{
  "id": 4348075,
  "title": "4 Goals, 1 Assist! Lionel Messi Produces Vintage Masterclass In Inter Miami's Record 7-1 Rout | Video",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/4-goals-1-assist-lionel-messi-produces-vintage-masterclass-in-inter",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-30T04:00:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/4-goals-1-assist-lionel-messi-produces-vintage-masterclass-in-inter-miamis-record-7-1-rout-video"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lionel Messi delivered a stunning four-goal performance as Inter Miami secured a record-breaking 7-1 victory over CF Montreal in Major League Soccer. The Argentine superstar also provided an assist, playing a crucial role in Miami’s seven-goal onslaught. Inter Miami started the match strongly, with new signing Casemiro opening the scoring with a header. Montreal managed to equalize through Fabian Herbers, but Messi reclaimed the lead with a free-kick before halftime, marking the start of an extraordinary display from the 39-year-old forward. Messi’s individual brilliance continued after the break, as he scored three more goals, including a spectacular solo effort and another free-kick, while also setting up Luis Suarez for Miami’s fourth goal. His four-goal haul made this his first such performance in MLS and his first since his Barcelona days. The victory was particularly significant for Inter Miami, who had lost four of their previous five matches and entered the Montreal clash under pressure to turn their fortunes around. Instead, Miami showcased a dominant attacking display, scoring six unanswered goals after Montreal’s equalizer to secure a club-record 7-1 triumph. Messi’s extraordinary performance once again emphasized his ability to produce match-winning moments despite his age, providing a timely reminder of the brilliance that made him one of football's greatest players.",
  "summary": "Lionel Messi rolled back the years with a stunning four-goal masterclass as Inter Miami thrashed CF Montreal 7-1 in Major League Soccer on Saturday. The Argentine superstar also provided an assist, playing a decisive role in Miami’s seven goals as his side ended a frustrating five-match winless run in emphatic fashion. Inter Miami made a fast start, with new signing Casemiro opening the scoring…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "'Words simply fall short': Inter Miami interim coach marvels at Messi masterclass",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/words-simply-fall-short-inter-miami-interim-coach-marvels-at-messi",
        "published": "2026-08-30T05:53:21.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "MLS: Messi scores four goals as Inter Miami thrash CF Montréal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/mls-messi-scores-four-goals-as-inter-miami-thrash-cf-montreal",
        "published": "2026-08-30T06:31:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "'Words simply fall short': Inter Miami interim coach marvels at Messi masterclass",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/words-simply-fall-short-inter-miami-interim-coach-marvels-at-messi-4366818",
        "published": "2026-08-30T06:42:21.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}